Juries

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Across
  1. 3. The register used to randomly select potential jurors.
  2. 4. The constitutional role of the jury to protect against oppressive state prosecution.
  3. 5. The minimum age required to qualify for criminal jury service.
  4. 9. The chosen juror who speaks for the panel and delivers the verdict.
  5. 10. Strict legal rule preventing jurors from disclosing any room deliberations.
  6. 11. Temporary postponement of jury service to a later date due to illness or exams.
  7. 13. Total number of jurors who sit on a Crown Court trial panel.
  8. 14. Legal status of individuals barred from service due to serious criminal convictions.
Down
  1. 1. The right of the prosecution or defense to object to a juror.
  2. 2. A verdict where every single juror agrees on the outcome.
  3. 5. Being legally let off jury service completely due to extreme circumstances.
  4. 6. A verdict allowed by the judge when jurors cannot fully agree after time.
  5. 7. Criminal offence committed if a juror conducts independent internet research.
  6. 8. The final decision of guilt or innocence delivered by the jury.
  7. 12. Police and background checks performed on potential jurors for national security.